Network & Server Specialist #1309 - Information Technology - Finance Division

Under general supervision, assist with the installation, configuration, administration, maintenance, and monitoring of the County’s network and server infrastructure using industry standard protocols and procedures. WAN and LAN infrastructure includes Cisco and other network technologies and platforms. Server infrastructure includes Microsoft, Cisco, and Linux platforms and services for both data and telecommunications technologies. Provide technical support to Telecommunications in the implementation, operation, and maintenance of telecommunications related network and server infrastructure. Provide technical support to help-desk and PC technicians with all aspects of PC, printer, and other hardware installation, configuration, administration, monitoring, and maintenance. Provide technical support and training for users accessing network and server resources.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, physical requirements, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)

A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and a valid driver’s license.

OR

The equivalent of a high school diploma plus four (4) years of direct work experience in server and network administration support. A valid driver’s license is required. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Basic working knowledge of and experience with Microsoft server infrastructure and networking technologies is required.  

Basic working knowledge of and experience with Cisco IP routing and Ethernet switching technologies is required.

**Testing and certification may be required to demonstrate minimum knowledge, skill, and ability. **    

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Basic working knowledge of and experience with Linux server technology is preferred.  

Knowledge of scripting is preferred.  

Microsoft and/or Cisco certifications are preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Work requires long periods of attention to detail, extensive computer keyboarding, and occasional lifting, bending, kneeling, stooping or crawling to maintain, repair, install or connect personal computers, server and network related hardware, and peripherals weighing up to thirty (30) pounds; ability to drive an automobile.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.

All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.

All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page. 

Salary : $60,980 - $76,225